2009 Audi A6 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series

To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.

Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 5 Series.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi A6 2013 BMW 5 Series
Make Audi BMW
Model A6 5 Series
Year Released 2009 2013
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2979 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 296 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.2 :1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 8-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 895 kg 2105 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4999 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 2132 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1559 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 3070 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.1 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 11.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 70 L


 

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